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Trump Administration to Issue 'Superchecks' for 70,000 Officers Amid Shutdown

10/17/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Trump administration will pay over 70,000 officers from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) during the shutdown.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed the plan, saying officers will get a 'supercheck' by October 22.
The funding source remains unclear, as many rely on appropriations that lapsed on September 30.
The move aims to prevent operational disruptions in immigration enforcement amid ongoing criticism of policies.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965 abolished the national origins quota system, significantly reshaping U.S. immigration policy. This reform led to over 1 million immigrants arriving annually by the 1970s, particularly from Asia and Latin America. The ongoing debates about immigration enforcement today reflect the long-term implications of this landmark legislation, including tensions surrounding the roles of ICE and CBP.

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Story summary

The Trump administration will pay over 70,000 officers from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) during the shutdown.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed the plan, saying officers will get a 'supercheck' by October 22.
The funding source remains unclear, as many rely on appropriations that lapsed on September 30.
The move aims to prevent operational disruptions in immigration enforcement amid ongoing criticism of policies.

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